necking (n.)

"embracing and caressing a member of the opposite sex," 1825; see neck (v.). In architecture, "moldings near the capital of a column."

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neck (v.)

"to kiss, embrace, caress," 1825 (implied in necking) in northern England dialect, from neck (n.). Compare Middle English halsen "to embrace or caress affectionately, to fondle sexually," from hals (n.) "neck." Earlier, neck as a verb meant "to kill by a strike on the neck" (mid-15c.). Related: Necked.

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Definitions of necking

necking (n.)

the molding at the top of a column;

Synonyms: gorgerin

necking (n.)

affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs);

Synonyms: caressing / cuddling / fondling / hugging / kissing / petting / smooching / snuggling

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